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Grotta Palazzese

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with free valet parking and 24-hour front desk

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Balcony view
Luxury Studio Suite | View from room
Lunch, dinner served; local cuisine, sea views
Front of property
Suite (151)

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$2,508
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov

Explore the area

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Via Narciso 59, Polignano a Mare, BA, 70044
  • Place, Lama Monachile Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grotta Ardito Promenade
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cala Paura Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bari (BRI-Karol Wojtyla)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Depandance 356

Deluxe Depandance 356

Highlights

Terrace
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (151) | View from room

Suite (151)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (252)

Suite (252)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Smart TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
  • 54 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Polignano a Mare

A luxury stay in the heart of Polignano a Mare awaits you at Grotta Palazzese. Within just a 10-minute stroll, you'll find Grotta Ardito Promenade and Lama Monachile Beach. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free valet parking and a bar/lounge. .The fine-dining restaurant, Grotta Palazzese, serves local cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 5-property class Pozziglioni hotel include Pino Pascali Museum and Cala Paura Beach.

What's nearby

  • Lama Monachile Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grotta Ardito Promenade - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cala Paura Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Porto Cavallo Beach - 3 min drive - 3.7 km
  • San Vito Beach - 4 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

  • Polignano a Mare Station - 8 min walk
  • Bari (BRI-Karol Wojtyla) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grotta Palazzese - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pescaria - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Beija Flor - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Baguetteria Da Gianpie - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪La Casa Del Mojito - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Grotta Palazzese

Luxury hotel with free valet parking and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury Grotta Palazzese. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Polignano a Mare hotel.

  • 15 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Grotta Palazzese offers 15 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 77-inch Smart televisions come with pay-per-view films. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, bathrobes, slippers and bidets.

This Polignano a Mare hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and a hairdryer. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free secured valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 50 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Grotta Palazzese

Things to do

  • Hot tub
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 77-inch smart TV
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during October, November, December, January, February and March:
  • Beach

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 12 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 15 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 50 per person

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property Registration Number IT072035A100031991, BA072035015S0020501

We should mention

  • All guests (including children) need to be present at check-in to show their government-issued photo ID or passport.
  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 5000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Children 12 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the local rating authority.

Property is also known as

Grotta Palazzese
Grotta Palazzese Hotel
Grotta Palazzese Hotel Polignano a Mare
Grotta Palazzese Polignano a Mare
Palazzese
Ristorante Grotta Palazzese Hotel
Grotta Palazzese Hotel
Grotta Palazzese Polignano a Mare
Grotta Palazzese Hotel Polignano a Mare

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Grotta Palazzese?

Grotta Palazzese offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Grotta Palazzese?

As of 23 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grotta Palazzese on 1 Nov 2025 start from NZ$2,495.71, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Grotta Palazzese?

Yep, Grotta Palazzese has a free self car park and free valet parking.

Are there any beaches close to Grotta Palazzese?

Yep, Grotta Palazzese is a short 6-minute walk from Lama Monachile Beach.

What makes Grotta Palazzese a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and couples dining, as well as rainfall showerheads and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Grotta Palazzese.

Does Grotta Palazzese serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Grotta Palazzese?

No, Grotta Palazzese does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Grotta Palazzese?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Grotta Palazzese?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Grotta Palazzese?

No, pets are not allowed.

Grotta Palazzese Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 63 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 63 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 63 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 63 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful view from our room. Staff were friendly and helpful. Made our visit to Poligliano a Mare special.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and transit shuttle to beach
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel gave us an amazing welcome and had a fruit platter waiting in our room for our honeymoon, as well as rose petals on our bed forming a heart. The staff is extremely helpful and kind!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

tatiana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Amazing hotel, location. Staff went above and beyond to please us. Breakfast was superb. Truly 5 star hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I normally don't post reviews, but had to make an exception for this hotel. It is amazing! Yes, expensive, but the property is unique, and worth it! An unforgetable experience. The staff bends over backwards to take care of your every need. The rooms have views looking right down to the grotto and out to the Adriatic Sea. Like being on a cruise ship. Our room was one of the most modern I've ever stayed in with remote controlled lighting, curtains, music and climate control. The amenities are all top-notch. The town of Polignano a Mare is beautiful. About 35 minutes south of Bari. The people are so friendly. We ate at the restaurant in the cave below the hotel and had a once-in-a-lifetime dining experience. I was a little concerned based on some online reviews about the restaurant, but don't let those scare you away, definitely check it out. The restaurant staff was 10/10, with multiple people tending to us through the amazing meal. If you are coming to Italy this place should be on your list of stops.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would like to thank the manager and entire staff that delivering outstanding service at every moment of my stay. I definitely would return and highly recommend this phenomenal hotel and enjoyed the cuisine at the Restaurant as well, and entire staff at restaurant was exquisite. Thank you Grotta Palezesse and shall definitely visit again Miss Joycie
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Curtis, Calgary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel. Staff were incredible. Nicest town we have ever been in.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Parking is an issue
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Amenities
Views that take your breath away! Beautifuo marble floors, soft sheets and just the right pillows. Staff was delightful and the breakfast was enough to take you to dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with gorgeous sea view. Driver to go to private beach which is crystal clear water calm Loved my stay here
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicolette

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rohan

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very accommodating to our requests
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yarelis

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely elegant and well done in every way.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neel, Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Views are amazing. Location is excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The best hotel we have ever stayed at, staff were amazing, dinner was amazing, the view from the room was spectacular. Cant wait to stay again one day.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

VICTOR

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Staff is amazing

10/10 Excellent

Pratiti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is breathtaking. I had the suite with the jacuzzi and dinner reservations at the restaurant but arrived on a very windy day. Not only did they warn me ahead of time, they were super accommodating once I got there and gave me options as I would not have been able to use the jacuzzi that day. The restaurant was closed but they went out of their way to give me a private tour so I could take photos and videos. Everyone was super sweet, and I will definitely come back! Do yourself a favor and stay here; you will NOT regret it one bit. One of the best experiences of my life to date, even with the wind.

10/10 Excellent

bernardino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

John

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was nice. The hotel stall nice. The restaurant was terrible. One of the worst meals I have ever had in 30years traveling to Italy. The waitstaff was the absolute worst I have ever experienced!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is built for royalty and you are treated as such by the staff. There is nothing that the hotel staff does not take care of.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023